Last Updated: November 09, 2024
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Laurel Gardens Apartments
Resources for Community Development (RCD)
201 E Alaska Avenue Fairfield, CA 94533
Building Description
- Water and Garbage are paid.
- Credit Check Fee is $30.
- All subsidies must be considered by all types of housing except for Section 8 project-based properties. https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- Will not work with previous evictions.
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Program.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops.
- Pets are allowed under 30lbs. Pet Deposit is $250.
Unit Description
- Water and Garbage are paid.
- Credit Check Fee is $30.
- Background Check included in Credit Check Fee.
- All subsidies must be considered by all types of housing except for Section 8 project-based properties. https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Program.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops.
- Pets are allowed under 30lbs. Pet Deposit is $250.
Restrictions
Minimum Income Limit: Inquire
Disability Type Restrictions: Any
Unit Restricted For: Currently Homeless
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 18 and Above
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: 30% of Income
Security Deposit: 1X the rent
Pets Deposit: $250
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: Studio
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Garbage Disposal, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
- Water and Garbage are paid.
- Credit Check Fee is $30.
- Background Check included in Credit Check Fee.
- All subsidies must be considered by all types of housing except for Section 8 project-based properties. https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Program.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops.
- Pets are allowed under 30lbs. Pet Deposit is $250.
Restrictions
Minimum Income Limit: Inquire
Disability Type Restrictions: Any
Unit Restricted For: Currently Homeless
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 18 and Above
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: 30% of Income
Security Deposit: 1X the rent
Pets Deposit: $250
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 2 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Garbage Disposal, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None
Unit Description
- Water and Garbage are paid.
- Credit Check Fee is $30.
- Background Check included in Credit Check Fee.
- All subsidies must be considered by all types of housing except for Section 8 project-based properties. https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2020/02/SourceofIncomeFAQ_ENG.pdf.
- Does not accept cosigner.
- Will work with Deposit Assistance Program.
- Near Public Transportation, Schools and Shops.
- Pets are allowed under 30lbs. Pet Deposit is $250.
Restrictions
Minimum Income Limit: Inquire
Disability Type Restrictions: Any
Unit Restricted For: Currently Homeless
Family Status Restrictions: Not Restricted
Age Restrictions: Age 18 and Above
Pets Accepted: Bird, Cat, Dog
Rent and Fees
Monthly Rent or Percent of Income: 30% of Income
Security Deposit: 1X the rent
Pets Deposit: $250
Unit Information
Unit Type: Apartment
Number of Bedrooms: 1 Bedroom
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances Included: Coin Operated W/D, Garbage Disposal, Refridgerator, Stove
Paid Utilities: None